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Primary Election + Chips Act + Harmar Days
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Good morning, neighbors! It's me, Christopher Schmitt, your host of the Marietta Daily. Here's all the community news you need to know right now.
First, today's weather:
Humid with a t-storm in spots. High: 78 Low: 63.
Here are the top stories today in Marietta:
- The Washington County Board of Elections is preparing for Tuesday's primary election. (Marietta Times)
- Southeast Ohio Congressman Bill Johnson is one of the Republicans to break ranks and vote with Democrats to vote for the CHIPS Act. (Bill Johnson)
- The Harmar Days Festival returns this weekend. (Marietta, Ohio)
- If an Ohioan wins the Mega Millions jackpot Ohio will get a nice windfall too. (Statenews)
Today in Marietta:
From my notebook:
- Visit Marietta Ohio: "McKenna's Market opened one year ago in one of Marietta's historic buildings right on Front Street. They offer gourmet, artisan, and local foods, fresh ground coffee beans, teas, condiments, and their private label line of over 100 jams,..." (Visit Marietta Ohio via Facebook)
- Marietta College: "We need a place where our community can support each other's careers in a meaningful way. PeopleGrove at Marietta College is just that — a space where current students, alumni, and others come together to share and guide others on their ..." (Marietta College via Facebook)
- Washington County Sheriff's Office - Marietta, Ohio: "The following subject(s) were processed into the Washington County Jail 27 Jul 2022: Melisa Jean Beagle, age 40, New Matamoras, OH, contempt, a felony. Andrew Alan Huck, age 44, Marietta, OH, probation violation, a misdemeanor. Tyler Nat..." (Washington County Sheriff's Office - Marietta, Ohio via Facebook)
- The Castle - Marietta, Oh: "Children ages 5-10 might enjoy our upcoming Princess Ivy's Adventure on August 3 from 10am-12pm. Prince & Princess attire is encouraged! https://mariettacastle.org/events/" (The Castle - Marietta, Oh via Facebook)
- Marietta Noon Lions: "Are you wanting to golf with us or add your business to our supporting list?! Reach out today to us through our page or email!" (Marietta Noon Lions via Facebook)
- Marietta/Belpre Health Department: "Do you feel like you just are not getting enough sleep? Or good sleep at night? That is not uncommon! Make sure you are taking time in the day for yourself! Wind down and try to do some relaxation techniques before bed! Here are some tip..." (Marietta/Belpre Health Department via Facebook)
- Washington County Public Library: "Our next monthly e-newsletter is coming out soon! Make sure to register using your email address so you don't miss out - https://mailchi.mp/43191227247b/wcplib." (Washington County Public Library via Facebook)
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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you around!
— Christopher Schmitt
About me: Hey there, I'm the community publisher for Patch.com/marietta. I've lived in Marietta for most of my life. I graduated from Ohio University's E.W. Scripps School of Journalism in 2014. I wrote for a community newspaper before moving to New York to be a national correspondent for IHeartRadio. I'm looking forward to bringing my experience back home with me and providing Marietta with the outstanding journalism she deserves. You can email me at christopher.schmitt@patch.com or call me at 740-516-4969.
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